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MONDAY MUSING ~ 'RHAPSODY in BLUE' (SIBERIAN SQUILL)

"Blue color is everlastingly appointed by the Deity to be a source of delight."
~ John Ruskin

Siberian squill
(Scilla siberica)

' Rhapsody in Blue'
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"Spring makes its own statement, so loud and clear that the gardener seems to be only one of the instruments, not the composer."

- Geoffrey B. Charlesworth



Gardener's Note: One of the first brave visitors poking its nose through the earth ... noteworthy ... its intense hint of true blue exerts a mysterious magnetism.
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Monica the Garden Faerie said…
I love squill and your photos showcase it so nicely.
Monday, April 20, 2009
Mr. McGregor's Daughter said…
Great photos of the Scilla. I like them best when they turn a lawn into a pool of blue. They're such a fantastic color.
Monday, April 20, 2009
Frances said…
Hi Joey, this is something I do not grow, but after viewing your photos, simply must! The first shot is the epitome of beauty!
Frances
Monday, April 20, 2009
Gail said…
One of my favorite of the 'tiny' bulbs. Isn't the color exquisitely blue! They photograph nicely, too! gail
Monday, April 20, 2009
joey said…
Electric Squill (scilla) sends thrilling shock waves, Monica. Anxious to get out (if it ever stops raining) and capture the rich mat of intense color!

I agree, MMG, it's breathtaking. There is 'a pool of blue' posing under a blooming magnolia, waiting to be photographed ... how lovely is that! (now, please stop the rain)

Frances, your fairies would delight hiding in a blanket of squill! As a mass, it's stunning ... but up close, even more so!
Monday, April 20, 2009
joey said…
Indeed they are, Gail. I'm always thankful that this area of my garden is very secluded and neighbors can't see me on the ground with my camera, capturing these tiny wonders :)
Monday, April 20, 2009
kate smudges said…
This is such a wonderful sight! I love Scilla and the delightful sea of blue they are massed together. Today I noticed that the Scilla foliage has appeared ~ it is funny to see the way the leaves pierce through the dead leaves on top of them. Must remove soon! Enjoy your beauties...
Monday, April 20, 2009
joey said…
Delighted to see that spring has found you, Kate! Many pass these beautiful patches of blue and never stop to enjoy their beauty.
Monday, April 20, 2009
Shady Gardener said…
I Love these little flowers!! They and grape hyacinths are the most electric, bright blue little spots of wonder! :-) Your post is so beautiful, you could make a poster!
Monday, April 20, 2009
joey said…
How kind, Shady :) It's impossible not to fall in love ...
Monday, April 20, 2009
Anonymous said…
I did a blue post today too Joey. ;) These little early risers are so cute!
Monday, April 20, 2009
joey said…
Hi Racquel ~ enjoyed your 'blues' post also ... seems like the garden is flooded with blue/purple in early spring ... love it!
Monday, April 20, 2009
Roses and Lilacs said…
Lovely little things. I have been admiring them in my father's wild flower garden.
Marnie
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Nutty Gnome said…
Hi Joey - what beautiful photos of the scilla. Mind you, I love every shade of blue and purple, so I'm in my element at this time of year!
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Katarina said…
The blue shade of the Scillas is hypnotizing and you capture them so well!
I enjoy both your pictures and your quotes awfully much - it's a real treat, being 'invited' here.
Katarina
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
joey said…
Hi Marnie ~ I wait patiently each year for these beauties; my spring wildflower garden is my favorite!

Besides yellow, blue/purple seems to be a predominant spring color, Nutty, so I'm happy also!

Thanks for returning, Desmone, and leaving your lovely comment.

Thank you, dear Katarina ... I so enjoy your photos also. We share many favorites across the sea :)
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Anonymous said…
Squills are such a beautiful blue, aren't they? And Rhapsody in Blue is one of my all time favorite songs, we recently went to see it performed by the Columbus Jazz Orchestra. It was fabulous! Sure is good to see that spring has finally decided to arrive there in chilly Michigan.
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
joey said…
Love 'Rhapsody in Blue' and my squills, Robin! The blue sings a song that I hope all would stop and listen to :)
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Victoria said…
Hi joey! This is a spectacular blue post! in case you didn't see my comment on my blog..I wanted you to know it is super fantatsic! Gorgeous!Love it!
Kiki~
Monday, November 16, 2009
joey said…
Filled with energy and charm, you are delightful, Kiki, and thanks! If I find time, I will collect my blues in another post :)
Monday, November 16, 2009
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